Garfield, New Mexico Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Garfield, New Mexico had a total population of 85, the 426th largest community in New Mexico. The poverty rate is 84.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (84.7%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Garfield Quick Facts
How Garfield Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 98 | 85 | -13.3% |
How Garfield Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 63 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Garfield Rankings in New Mexico
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Other Cities in Doña Ana County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Las Cruces | 114,197 | $55,422 | 22.6% | $231,700 |
| Chaparral | 18,186 | $46,017 | 27.4% | $109,300 |
| Sunland Park | 17,463 | $62,814 | 22.4% | $215,200 |
| Anthony | 8,767 | $38,132 | 32.9% | $116,000 |
| Santa Teresa | 6,041 | $63,161 | 23.9% | $215,100 |
| Vado | 2,895 | $37,411 | 25.7% | $104,400 |
| University Park | 2,782 | $30,156 | 30.2% | N/A |
| San Ysidro | 2,118 | $89,473 | 8.6% | $335,300 |
| Picacho Hills | 2,002 | $120,850 | 5.5% | $456,400 |
| Radium Springs | 1,908 | $43,836 | 15.4% | $136,100 |
Cities Similar to Garfield
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Sumner | 86 | N/A | N/A | 7.0% | 30.2% |
| Pueblo | 86 | N/A | $256,300 | 16.7% | 0.0% |
| San Jose (San Miguel County) | 87 | N/A | N/A | 28.7% | 0.0% |
| Lake Valley | 83 | $83,158 | $200,000 | 58.4% | 10.8% |
| Pajarito Mesa | 83 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 85, Garfield's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Garfield is a small community located in New Mexico, within Doña Ana County. The total population is 85. It ranks as the 426th most populous out of 495 Census-designated places in New Mexico.
Age Demographics
The median age in Garfield is 29.8 years. This is 24% lower than the state median of 39.4 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 84.7%. This is 375% higher than the state poverty rate of 17.8%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Garfield, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 43% higher than the state average of 70.0%.
Race & Ethnicity
Garfield has a predominantly Hispanic or Latino population, comprising 91.8% of all residents. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (91.8% vs 48.4%).
Education
10.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 66% lower than the state rate of 31.0%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 14.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Garfield, New Mexico is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against New Mexico state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 495 Census-designated places in New Mexico. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Garfield, New Mexico?
Garfield, New Mexico has a population of 85 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Garfield, NM?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Garfield — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Garfield, NM?
The poverty rate in Garfield is 84.7%. This means approximately 72 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Garfield, New Mexico?
Garfield's population is 0.0% White, 0.0% Black, 91.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Garfield, NM?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Garfield — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Garfield, New Mexico?
10.5% of adults (25+) in Garfield hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.